In June, blueberries are especially sensitive to care. During this period, not only the growth of the bush is laid, but also the taste of future berries. The main stage is top dressing, on which both the crop and the health of the plant depends. It is not at all necessary to spend money on store fertilizers. You already have everything you need at hand.
A capricious beauty requires attention
Blueberries may seem easy to care for, but this is a deceptive impression. She needs acidic soil and constant feeding. Without proper nutrition, the bush grows slowly, the leaves turn pale, and the berries are small and sour. The key period falls on June, when flowering and the active formation of ovaries begins. Dreaming can cost you a crop.
Simple the secret of a large harvest
Do not rush to throw away the remnants of coffee. They contain acids and nitrogen necessary blueberries. Coffee grounds acidify the soil, stimulates the growth of shoots, makes the fruits sweeter and juicier. This fertilizer does not just replace purchased compositions. It acts softly, without damaging the roots and without overloading the plant.
How to apply
There are three ways. You can simply sprinkle the thick around the bush or mix with the soil when planting or transplanting. However, the most effective method is the preparation of infusion. 3 tablespoons of the grounds should be diluted in 5 liters of water, insist for a day, mix and pour under the root.
Frequency and dosage
Fertilizing is worth no more than once a week. Best at the beginning, middle and end of June. This gives the blueberry even and balanced feeding, without overloading the root system.
While some throw out useful residues, others use them wisely and get delicious, large berries. A little care, a little patience and the result will not be long in coming.
